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Gain Real-World Financial Analysis Experience

A structured one-week virtual programme for high school and university students to develop practical skills in financial analysis and explore career paths in finance.

July 2025 Programme: FULLY BOOKED

Thank you for the incredible response! All spots for our July 2025 programme have been filled.

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Programme Fully Booked!

We're thrilled to announce that our July 2025 Student Work Experience Programme in Financial Markets & Company Analysis has reached full capacity. The response has been absolutely fantastic!

What's Next?

  • • Programme runs w/c 28 July 2025
  • • Confirmed students will receive joining instructions
  • • Virtual sessions with London finale option

Future Programmes

  • • Join our waitlist for priority access
  • • Additional programmes being planned
  • • Updates sent to waitlist subscribers

Programme Highlights

One-Week Intensive

Structured virtual programme designed for high school and university students

Real Company Analysis

Analyse companies listed on the London Stock Exchange

Industry Professionals

Daily virtual sessions with experts from various finance fields

Practical Skills

Develop financial analysis and presentation skills

Career Insights

Learn about diverse career paths in finance

Final Presentation

Present your analysis and receive professional feedback

Programme Overview

This structured one-week virtual programme provides students with hands-on experience in financial analysis and exposure to various career paths in finance. Each student will analyse a different UK-listed company with familiar products or brands, such as Greggs, Nichols (Vimto), or Card Factory.

Students will learn to read financial statements, understand industry dynamics, assess profitability, and make investment recommendations. The programme culminates in student presentations of their analysis and findings.

Throughout the week, students will have daily virtual check-in calls with programme mentors and one-hour sessions with different industry professionals, providing valuable insights into various career paths in finance.

Financial Analysis Focus

Real-world experience with LSE-listed companies, professional mentorship, and practical skill development in a supportive virtual learning environment.

Programme Format

Virtual Programme Delivery

This programme is delivered primarily through virtual sessions, allowing students from across the UK to participate. All sessions are conducted via video conferencing platforms, ensuring interactive and engaging learning experiences.

What's Included:

  • • Daily live video sessions
  • • Interactive presentations
  • • One-on-one mentoring calls
  • • Group discussions and Q&A
  • • Digital resources and materials

Technical Requirements:

  • • Reliable internet connection
  • • Computer or laptop with camera
  • • Microphone (built-in or external)
  • • Quiet space for sessions

Optional London Office Visit

We're planning an optional in-person finale day at a London office for final presentations and networking. This would be on the last day of the programme and is subject to confirmation.

Details about the London office visit will be confirmed closer to the programme start date. Participation is optional and virtual presentations will still be available.

Programme Structure

Day 1

Introduction

  • • Virtual programme kickoff and introduction to financial markets
  • • Company assignments and introduction to financial analysis
  • • Industry Professional Session: Research and markets perspective
  • • Resources: Phil Oakley's guides on balance sheets and financial statements
Day 2

Financial Statements

  • • Deep dive into company annual reports
  • • Analysing profit and loss statements
  • • Industry Professional Session: Technology in finance
  • • Daily Check-in: Progress review and question session
Day 3

Industry Analysis

  • • Understanding industry dynamics and competition
  • • Analysing business models and competitive advantages
  • • Industry Professional Session: Accounting career paths
  • • Daily Check-in: Progress review and question session
Day 4

Valuation

  • • Introduction to company valuation methods
  • • Developing investment recommendations
  • • Industry Professional Session: Corporate accounting perspective
  • • Daily Check-in: Progress review and question session
Day 5

Presentations

  • • Finalising analysis and preparing presentations
  • • Student presentations (10-15 minutes each)
  • • Industry Professional Session: Banking to entrepreneurship journey
  • • Programme Conclusion: Feedback, certificates, and next steps
  • • Optional: In-person finale at London office (subject to confirmation)

Industry Professionals

Each day features a one-hour virtual session with finance professionals from different specialisations:

Research and Markets

Learn about financial research, market analysis, and investment strategies from an experienced professional.

Technology in Finance

Discover how technology is transforming the financial industry and creating new career opportunities.

Investment Banking

Explore career paths in investment banking and accounting from professionals with experience at major firms.

Corporate Accounting

Understand the role of accountants within corporations and the skills needed to succeed in this field.

Entrepreneurship

Learn from professionals who have transitioned from banking to entrepreneurship and built their own businesses.

Skills Development

Professional presentation skills, financial analysis capabilities, and industry knowledge that will benefit you throughout your career.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this programme, students will be able to:

  • Read and interpret company financial statements
  • Understand key financial metrics and their significance
  • Analyse industry dynamics and competitive positioning
  • Develop basic company valuation skills
  • Make informed investment recommendations
  • Present financial analysis effectively
  • Understand various career paths in finance

Join Our Waitlist

Missed out on our July 2025 programme? Join our waitlist to be the first to know about future programmes. We're planning additional sessions based on the incredible demand we've received.

Waitlist Benefits

  • • Priority access to future programmes
  • • Early notification of programme dates
  • • Exclusive updates and resources
  • • No commitment required